Fan of the Day #19: Rich /  by J.C. Hutchins

Welcome up, everybody! We've got a brand new fan for a brand new week. Meet Fan Of The Day Rich, a super fan from Indiana.

Rich

Your location: Kingsford Heights, IN USA

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://twitter.com/Rasplundjr

Your hobbies or interests: Twitter, Reading, Listening to Podiobooks, Writing - RPGs

7th Son fans rock because: Why the hell wouldn't we? Beta Clones are almost as cool as Junkies.... er I mean... Seriously, it's the fiction that rocks we just enjoy it....

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? Right now I'm wearing a chiffon... oh wait not that kind info... Umm I'm just a regular geek, chilling loving a lot of the Podcast coming out from Hutchins, Sigler, Mur, and the gang hopefully one day I can get over my perfectionist block and finish something and attempt to climb the summit to join them.

You can't go wrong with chiffon. And you can't go wrong with a fan who rocks a viking helmet like you do, brother.

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

Fan of the Day #18: Nerraux /  by J.C. Hutchins

I've got one more superfan for you guys to meet this week! Friday's Fan Of The Day Nerraux, a podcaster from Pennsylvania.

Nerraux

Your location: Reading, PA

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://AwfulShow.com

Your hobbies or interests: Nude hang gliding, podcasting, 'cropdusting' women's clothing stores

7th Son fans rock because: 7th Son fans rock because J.C. tells them to. J.C. secretes a unique kind of ‘net bourne neurotoxin that gets into your system when you download the first chapter and hooks you for at least three books. Before you know it, you wake up hungry in your driveway in a pool of pus with an erection that has obviously lasted for way more than 4 hours, and all you do is grin, press ‘play’ again and let the darkness consume you.

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? I have a strong suspicion that Obama is going to prove to be either the greatest President the US could have hoped for or the Antichrist. Either way, I want to see an Obama/Sigler/Hutchins Circle of Death Last Man Standing match with the title of Global Hegemon as the prize. I would also like to see the winner declare me Minister of Porn, Caffeine and Wrist Braces.

The title of Global Hegemon will be mine, of course. Obama. I can take 'em.

Thanks, Nerraux! You have my undying love and gratitude. At the big Beta Clone reunion we'll have one day, you'll be the life of the party. And everyone else: be sure to check out The Awful Show. Nerraux and the gang must've named the show on Opposite Day, because it RULES!

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

HEY, EVERYBODY #002 /  by J.C. Hutchins

Behold, a new episode of J.C.'s new podcast "Hey, Everybody!" This week, your humble host motormouths his way through some killer announcements and endorsements. First up is J.C.'s thoughts on David Moody's Hater, a new horror thriller novel released by Thomas Dunne Books, a division of St. Martin's Press, J.C.'s publisher. Compelling, grisly and downright spooky, Hater comes highly recommended.

As a special "try before you buy" bonus, you'll get to hear an excerpt of the novel, narrated by Mark Yoshimoto Nemcoff! Learn more about Hater at David Moody's website.

J.C. yammers on about some other great news, including:

The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is "Chip Away" by Jane's Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane's Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.

Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show, and about Personal Effects: Dark Art!

Fan of the Day #17: Rachel /  by J.C. Hutchins

Our newest groovy fan hails from The Buckeye State. Meet Fan Of The Day Rachel, an awesome sculptor and artist.

Rachel (Nycteris)

Your location: Wellington, Ohio

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://glimmerville.com

Your hobbies or interests: fantasy art, sculpting, jewelry-making

7th Son fans rock because: grassroots podcast fandom is an awesome way to get your voice heard in the media! It's neat to watch Amazon runs, and hear the voices of the authors you love!

I'm all about the grassroots, Rachel.  Folks, take a minute to check out the cool jewelry and clay critters at your Etsy Glimmerville store.

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

Fan of the Day #16: Michael /  by J.C. Hutchins

We're rocking right on through the week, folks. Today we have an ultracreative Fan Of The Day -- Michael is a writer, filmmaker, and podcaster from Florida. He's also the brilliant editorial mind behind my recent Personal Effects: Dark Art vlurb trailers!

Michael Bekemeyer

Your location: Orlando, FL

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://twitter.com/bekemeyer

Your hobbies or interests: Filmmaking, writing, Podcasting, Twitter

7th Son fans rock because: Because we knew you when and we still listened. :)

We have very good taste in fiction and writers of it.

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? I'm a Mac. New video podcast at ScatterPod, called ":60 of Life".

Michael, your creativity is an inspiration, brother. Everyone should RUN, not walk, to ScatterPod to check out the ":60 of Life" films. They will blow you away.

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

"Personal Effects: Dark Art" Book Trailer #4: Jeffrey Reddick /  by J.C. Hutchins

Behold, the latest innovative "vlurb" for my debut supernatural thriller novel, Personal Effects: Dark Art. This time, you're meeting Jeffrey Reddick, the mad genius behind the Final Destination film series. Jeffrey created Final Destination, one of my absolute favorite horror thriller films, and I am blessed and honored -- and proud -- to unleash his endorsement. Watch the vlurb. Pre-order the novel. Toss a copy of Final Destination in that online shopping cart while you're at it. The movie's effing brilliant.

As always, co-producer/editor Michael Bekemeyer gets a big salute for his editing skills. Find the first three trailers here.

Word of mouth is the key to Personal Effects: Dark Art's success. Spread the word about this awesome video promotion by embedding the video on your blog. Email this page to friends. Tweet it. Facebook it. If you think this video is worthy of sharing, please do what you can to spread the word.

More videos are coming. Personal Effects: Dark Art. In bookstores everywhere this June. Pre-order now.

--J.C.

Fan of the Day #15: Keith /  by J.C. Hutchins

It's Tuesday, and we're serving up more fan awesomeness! Meet Fan Of The Day Keith, a blogger from Michigan.

Keith

Your location: Rochester Hills, MI

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://undisciplinedmind.blogspot.com

Your hobbies or interests: Reading, podcasts, computers

7th Son fans rock because: because JC rocks! He is the glue that binds us together.

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? I am working on a podcast of my own fiction that will be out soon! It will be called Borrowed Time.

Keith, thanks a ton for your support. Be sure to keep us posted on your upcoming podcast!

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

Publisher's Weekly gives starred review of "Personal Effects: Dark Art" /  by J.C. Hutchins

From this week's Publisher's Weekly:

(Starred) Hutchins, author of the audiobook podcast trilogy 7th Son, makes his print debut with the stellar first of an interactive supernatural thriller series. Zach Taylor, an art therapist, must evaluate Martin Grace, a blind audio engineer suspected of a dozen homicides, to determine whether Martin is mentally competent to stand trial for the murder of hip-hop singer Tanya Gold, whose body was “torn literally limb from limb.” Martin claims he's an “unwitting psychic sniper,” foreseeing crimes actually committed by a Russian demon or “Dark Man.” One of his possible earlier victims was Martin's psychiatrist, Sophronia Poole, the girlfriend of Zack's dad, William V. Taylor, the New York City DA seeking to convict Martin. Weisman, an alternative reality game whiz, is responsible for the items inside the book's front pocket—a psychiatric report, family photos, death and birth certificates, etc.—that allow the reader to follow a multimedia trail of clues. (June)

This is tremendous news, and I'm honored to know that Publisher's Weekly enjoyed the book. Learn more about the novel here, and kindly consider pre-ordering a copy. Your purchase now not only supports my work, but increases Personal Effects' chances of being supported by retailers ... and improves my chances of hitting bestseller lists with my print debut.

--J.C.

Fan of the Day #14: Shawn /  by J.C. Hutchins

Let's start the week with a trip to The Great White North! Meet Fan Of The Day Shawn, a podcaster from Canada ... and producer of 7th Son, Book Three - Destruction, and 7th Son: OBSIDIAN!

Shawn Bishop

Your location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://www.thedividingline.com/btl

Your hobbies or interests: Progressive Rock, Audio Engineering, Multimedia, Authors that kick ass

7th Son fans rock because: they have the power to turn dreams into reality!

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? I've always believed that you are what you love, not what loves you!

Thanks, Shawn! It's fans like you that have made my dreams a reality -- and your mad audio production skills are what kept me sane for the past two years. :) Guys, if you're interested in progressive rock, be sure to check out Shawn's show Behind The Lines.

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

Fan of the Day #13: P.G. Holyfield /  by J.C. Hutchins

We're graced with podcasting royalty today! Meet Fan Of The Day P.G. Holyfield, the force of nature behind Murder at Avedon Hill

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Your name or handle: P.G.

Your location: Charlotte NC

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://pgholyfield.com/maah

Your hobbies or interests: writing, podcasting, gaming

7th Son fans rock because: They are a meme unto themselves.

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? I am Beta Clone #10, and I also have the original Beta Clone #10 pin. Don't f&ck with me. I only have a few to kill and I'll be one of the 7..

Rock on, brother. And if you haven't listened to Murder at Avedon Hill yet, head on over and give it a listen. You'll be glad you did!

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

DIAL "10" FOR MURDER -- One-Day Contest! /  by J.C. Hutchins

I'm so thrilled by Friday the 13th writer Victor Miller's video endorsement of Personal Effects: Dark Art, I want the whole world to know about it. And I want YOU to help me. You may win a signed copy of the novel for your efforts!

How can you score this killer swag? Easy. Grab your cell phone. Call 10 friends. Tell them to visit this webpage...

JCHutchins.net/friday13

That will bring them to the page you're reading right now. And then tell them to watch the 2-minute trailer. That's it.

If you want to sex it up a bit, you can also tell them...

  • About Personal Effects: Dark Art
  • About how, using no industry contacts and no money, I personally reached out to the creator of Jason Voorhees
  • That Victor Miller read the book
  • He was so impressed, he filmed this badass video testimonial
  • They can find even more cool trailers at JCHutchins.net/trailers

That's it, peeps. Call 10 friends. (Leaving voice mail is okay.) Tell them to visit JCHutchins.net/friday13. Fill out the form below, telling me you've done your part to spread the word. Two insanely lucky participants will win a signed copy of Personal Effects: Dark Art. This contest runs only for today, Thursday, April 9.

If you're one of the "10 friends" who were called, and are reading this now, you can participate too! Call 10 of your friends, repeat the steps above, and you'll be in the running.

Word of mouth is what will make Personal Effects: Dark Art a success. Dialing for novels makes it fun. You've got 10 friends, dontcha? Of course you do. So call 'em up, chat 'em up, get 'em here ... and have them meet "Jason's father"!

"Personal Effects: Dark Art" Book Trailer #3: Victor Miller /  by J.C. Hutchins

My groundbreaking "vlurb" book trailer series for Personal Effects: Dark Art continues with this installment from living horror legend Victor Miller. This is the man who wrote the original Friday the 13th, and created Jason Voorhees, the iconic slayer who's chopped his way from Crystal Lake to Manhattan to Hell ... and back again. I am humbled and honored to have Victor appear here. He read the book. He enjoyed it. And he has a few things to say to you. Listen well, take his advice ... and stick around after the end credits for a nice surprise.

Co-producer/editor Michael Bekemeyer gets continued mad props for his brilliance in the cutting room. Find the first two trailers here.

Please spread the word about this ongoing, groundbreaking video promotion by embedding the video on your blog. Email this page to friends. Tweet it. Facebook it. If you think this video is worthy of sharing, please do what you can to spread the word.

So click play. Crank it up. Be afraid of The Dark.

More videos are coming. Personal Effects: Dark Art. In bookstores everywhere this June. Pre-order now.

--J.C.

Fan of the Day #12: Drew /  by J.C. Hutchins

Once again, we've got nothing but love for international 7th Son/Personal Effects fans! Meet Fan Of The Day Drew, a writer and podcaster from Canada.

Drew Beatty

Your location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website, Twitter, etc.: http://www.drewbeatty.com

Your hobbies or interests: writing, podcasting

7th Son fans rock because: They have freaking great taste! And because they are at the forefront of a revolution in the way media is consumed. They are the knife that MAKES the bleeding edge so damn bloody.

What else would you like The Beta Clone Army to know about you? I am a pod novelist as well. Perhaps they would be interested in Lost Gods!

Drew, it is awesome to have a fellow revolutionary as a fan! I hope everybody gets a chance to check out Lost Gods.

Will YOU be the next Fan Of The Day? Get all the deets at the Fan Of The Day page ... or fill out the form below!

--J.C.

HEY, EVERYBODY #001 /  by J.C. Hutchins

It's the debut of J.C.'s new podcast "Hey, Everybody!", your one-stop shop for author news, updates, and other spiffy sundries J.C. thinks you might enjoy. This first episode features an interview with author Molly Harper, author of the wickedly funny vampire romance novel, Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs. Molly is more than a brilliant writer ... she's a longtime friend of J.C.'s. Part walk down memory lane, part gabfest about Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs, it's a fun chat.

But that's not all! J.C. then delivers a Titanic-sized infodump of an update about Personal Effects: Dark Art and 7th Son: Descent news!

Sites mentioned in this episode:

The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is "Chip Away" by Jane's Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane's Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.

Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show, and about Personal Effects: Dark Art!

Sneak Peak: "Personal Effects: Sword of Blood" prequel /  by J.C. Hutchins

As you know, my print debut -- the supernatural thriller Personal Effects: Dark Art -- will be in bookstores this June. (Be one of the first to own a copy by pre-ordering here.) While there are no current plans to release Dark Art as a podcast novel, I am crafting two novella-length, podcast-exclusive works to celebrate its release.

In a "first-ever in publishing" innovative twist, these complementary stories are prequel tales. The first to see release, Personal Effects: Sword of Blood, will debut in May. Chronologically, this novella takes place in late October 2008, a week before the events seen in Dark Art.

Sword of Blood follows the adventures of Brinkvale Psychiatric art therapist Zach Taylor as he pursues a deadly secret concerning Gertrude "Spindle" Spindler, a relentlessly cheerful elderly woman with a dark past. Confined to Brinkvale for life, Spindle has crafted what she calls "the grand design of nine," and invites young Zach to unwind its meaning. Zach soon descends into a world of mystery, psychics and hidden subcultures...

Below is a sneak peek of Personal Effects: Sword of Blood, an unedited excerpt that describes the horrific setting for the Personal Effects series: the subterranean Brinkvale Psychiatric hospital, strangely known by locals as "The Brink." You'll soon learn why, as you take a tour of one of the facility's most disturbed levels...

Chapter Three

The rest of the afternoon was spent scanning patient artwork, posting it to the “special programs” section at Brinkvale’s website, and making my rounds in the deepest patient level in The Brink. Somewhere along the past century, this eighth sub-floor of Brinkvale acquired the nickname Golgotha, after the place where Jesus Christ was killed. Rumor has it that a priest who once worked here named it so because Golgotha was a place that sparked eventual rebirth.

The priest was also apparently addicted to self-administered electroshock therapy, so I take that interpretation with a proverbial grain of salt.

This level of The Brink was reserved for the violent, mind-shattered lifers that no other New York institution wanted. They rarely had family. They never had visitors. When Freddy Krueger has nightmares, these are the people he dreams of.

My heart breaks when I come here. From a therapist’s perspective, It’s exhausting work. A great many of these people are too sick to understand that they’re sick. Others never unlearned their predatory, destructive proclivities, and never wanted to. A handful had made breakthroughs years ago, and were now trapped here, wracked and wailing with guilt, damned for the rest of their days.

In this criminally underfunded and understaffed facility, Golgotha was the floor that received the fewest resources. If you want to step a century into the past and see what living in a madhouse was like, just hit the “8” button on Brinkvale’s elevator. The screams alone will make your skin crawl right off your bones...

--J.C.

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J.C.'s Balticon schedule /  by J.C. Hutchins

This Memorial Day weekend, I'll be hanging out and having a blast at Balticon 43, a terrific sci-fi convention near Baltimore. This will be the third year I've attended, and I think this will be the best one yet. In addition to speaking on several panels, knocking back beers with old pals (and making new friends), I'm thrilled to be hosting a launch party for Personal Effects: Dark Art. I also hope to do a reading from Dark Art while I'm there. And there might be another surprise...

Here's my schedule for panels and events for the weekend. I hope you'll attend. Let's hang out!

Friday, May 22 11pm: Nanofiction: The Next Big Thing?

Saturday, May 23 4pm: Reading 6pm: What Is Social Media? 10pm: Live! Mr. Adventure

Sunday, May 24 3pm: Anti-Social Media 4pm: Best Promotion Techniques from the New Media Pros 10pm: Personal Effects: Dark Art and Christiana Ellis' Nina Kimberly the Merciless book launch party

--J.C.